Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio (RGG Studio) has finally revealed that its anticipated action-RPG, Stranger Than Heaven, will launch this winter across Xbox Series X/S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud, Xbox Game Pass, Steam, and PlayStation 5. This cinematic, action-focused game promises a unique experience with its core theme of friendship and a distinct combat system, differing from the Yakuza series. Players can expect an expansive setting spanning five different eras and cities in Japan.
Stranger Than Heaven, the upcoming action-adventure game from Sega's Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, has narrowed down its release to this winter (Dec 2026 - Mar 2027) and will launch day-one on Xbox Game Pass. The game promises a unique blend of deep entertainment management minigames and a novel combat system with independent limb control. Players will navigate five distinct Japanese locations across different time periods, from 1915 to 1965.
Planet of Lana, a highly acclaimed puzzle-platformer, is set to leave Xbox Game Pass on May 15. This beautifully crafted game, with its stunning painterly art style and heartfelt narrative, is a must-play before its departure. With a compact 5-hour completion time, there's no better time to embark on Lana and Mui's unforgettable journey.
May 2026 promises to be a massive month for Xbox Game Pass subscribers, with big day-one releases like Forza Horizon 6 and Mixtape. Microsoft has also slashed prices for its Game Pass subscriptions, now starting at $13.99/month for PC. The lineup includes several anticipated titles, despite some changes to the service's offerings.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate's price drops to $22.99, yet the service's value increases with day-one additions like Forza Horizon 6 (set in Japan with over 550 cars) and Subnautica 2 (featuring co-op) in May 2026. These titles, along with several indie gems, bolster the library starting from May 6 through May 19. The reduced price point of $22.99 for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, down from $29.99, makes these additions even more appealing, especially considering the previous price of $19.99 before October last year.
